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When the longing for authentic Pinoy dishes strikes in the U.S., Isla Grand stands ready to transport your taste buds back to the Philippines.

Carmina is traveling to the United States to spend time with her family. My dad planned a family gathering for Mother's Day at their favorite Pinoy restaurant . Since reservations aren’t possible, we arrived an hour early to ensure we could get a table for twelve before everyone else showed up. As my dad approached Isla Grand , the branch we visited in Pleasant Hills, California , the host at the door said they could prepare a table for twelve at five o'clock. Later, the server called my dad's name and guided us to our table. The place was bustling with people enjoying meals and celebrating Mother's Day. On our first visit to Isla Grand, I was captivated by the décor, noticing many native items that gave the place a fancy yet authentic Filipino feel. They usually have a live band, but unfortunately, there was no entertainment the night we went. My family had spoken highly of Isla Grand and encouraged us to try the Filipino dishes we’ve been missing from back home. Lech...

Clutter and Uncluttered Your Home

It is the month when you remove clutter that belongings to you and start giving to someone else who needs it.

Mananag V was telling me her two Granddaughters need a formal dress to wear for their upcoming Junior Prom and they are on a tight budget.

I found out my God Child is one of them that needs a dress. I had informed Manang V I have some formal dresses that I no longer need since I no longer attend formal party as well I have lost weight.

If, the person is not picky she can have them for herself all she need to do is alter it to her size.

I went to my attic looking for the formal dresses that I had mentioned earlier as I was cleaning my closet I have found other things I can give to her to lessens my clutter I had in my room.

I was taught by my mom it is better to give something to someone than stocking up in your room when you no longer need it.

After cleaning out my clutter and organizing my closet it became clear to me there we're other clothes I no longer need and someone can wear them and it can be in good use for someone else.

My room is now clutter free and my clutter have moved to someone else's home.

I have other friends who sell their clutter by having a block neighborhood flea market type with their friends.

I have friends who sell their clutter in the flea market.

I have relatives who donate their clothes to the Salvation Army.

I have family and friends who ship it away to people who need it through fundraiser.

No matter what you do with your cluttter it helps other people who need it more than you.







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